Barrister


 

In many common law jurisdictions, a barrister (or advocate, as they are known in Scotland) is a type of lawyer, particularly one entitled to appear before the superior courts of that jurisdiction. Details vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

Related Topics:
Common law - Jurisdiction - Advocate - Scotland - Lawyer

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Introduction
Barristers in England and Wales
Barristers in Northern Ireland
Barristers in other jurisdictions
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